The superior colliculus is a paired, hill-like prominence on the roof of the midbrain.
Function
The superior colliculi play an important role in voluntary and reflexive eye movements.
Anatomy
Together with the Inferior colliculi, the superior colliculi form the quadrigeminal plate.
Figure
EnlargeSchematic illustration of the superior colliculi in an anatomical drawing adapted from Gray's Anatomy, Figure 650.EnlargeAnatomical illustration of the quadrigeminal plate with and without the corresponding vascular structures. Illustration adapted from Albert Rhoton 2002 Neurosurgery.
Imaging
EnlargeImage of the superior colliculus on a sagittal T1 MRI image.
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